Deputy Headteacher

Bankwood Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S14 1LW

14 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  18 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  4 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Deputy headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £61,534.00 - £67,898.00 Annually (Actual) L8 - L12- Pay Award Pending

Deputy Headteacher job summary

The role of Deputy Headteacher is to support the Headteacher in providing the day to day leadership and management of the school, particularly around educational outcomes and the quality of education. This enables the school to give every child a high-quality education and which promotes the highest possible standards of achievement and attainment.

You will be expected to secure continued improvement and the success of the school by maximising potential from the skills and resources available from the school and across the partnership and by working very closely with me as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Executive Director School Improvement (EDSI), the Headteacher and other Trust leaders.

You will form part of the school’s Leadership Team and will work with us on the development and improvement model for the school. Being part of Steel City Schools Partnership means that the school benefits from the Trust’s centralised services. You will also have the opportunity to share your expertise with other schools in the Trust and benefit from our support networks to further your own development.

At the heart of our school is our vision for our children. Our vision is based on three key concepts: Proud of self and community, Passionate about learning & Prepared for life. We are proud of who we are, our connections and the choices we make. We are proud of our wider community and understand that everyone matters and feels valued. We are passionate about learning and our experiences at Bankwood. Wider curriculum opportunities allow us to grow, succeed and achieve our individual potential. We leave Bankwood prepared for life in the modern world. We are confident, kind, responsible citizens in society.

You will be joining a highly innovative, inspirational and ambitious organisation, so we are seeking an outstanding candidate who can:

- Realise the highest possible quality leadership to support our educational vision

-Evidence strong leadership and effective support to colleagues

-Support the school, Governing Body and Trust to achieve the best possible outcomes for children

This is an exciting and very rewarding role and I look forward to reading your application.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Bankwood Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 442 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Bankwood Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bankwood-community-primary-school-sheffield

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